Spicy Cocktail Nuts
Transform your snack game with these irresistible Spicy Cocktail Nuts, a perfect balance of sweetness and heat that's guaranteed to elevate any gathering. This quick and easy recipe combines a medley of mixed nuts—almonds, cashews, pecans, and more—tossed in a luscious blend of melted butter, honey, and brown sugar. Infused with bold seasonings like smoky paprika, a dash of cayenne pepper for a fiery kick, warm cinnamon, and a touch of fragrant rosemary, these nuts are baked to golden perfection for a caramelized crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re an ideal make-ahead snack for parties, game days, or as a festive accompaniment to your favorite cocktail. Store them in an airtight container for an addictive treat that lasts all week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, finely chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, honey, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped rosemary until well combined. Remove from heat once the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
In a large mixing bowl, add the mixed nuts. Pour the butter and spice mixture over the nuts and toss to coat them evenly.
Spread the coated nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are evenly distributed for even roasting.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the nuts are golden and fragrant. Keep a close eye on them to avoid burning.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the nuts to cool completely. They will become crisp as they cool.
Once cooled, transfer the spicy cocktail nuts to an airtight container for storage. Enjoy them as a snack or with your favorite cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2325 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.2 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2521 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.5 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.2 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.4 g | ||
| Protein | 60.9 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 2463 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
